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SoWashCo Community Education
WELCOME
SoWashCo Community Education is proud to serve our community by providing lifelong learning for all. Whether you're ready to learn a new skill, prepare your child for early learning or want to share your knowledge with the community, we're here for you. We serve Cottage Grove, Newport, St. Paul Park, Woodbury, as well as, Afton, Denmark and Grey Cloud Island Townships. We are committed to collaboration, continuous improvement, equity, integrity and relationships.
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Register for SoWashCo Community Education winter session is available online at sowashco.ce.eleyo.com.
Registration for Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Winter/Spring classes will begin Nov. 27, 2023
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Screening is recommended at 3 years old and is a quick and simple check of how your child is growing and developing. If your child has not yet been screened and is between the ages of 3 and 5, please visit our website for further information or to schedule an appointment: sowashco.org/screening
Early Childhood screening is required by the State of Minnesota for any child entering kindergarten in a public school and is provided free of charge.
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Learn about upcoming Adult activities and classes in Community Education.
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Learn about upcoming Youth Enrichment and Athletic opportunities in Community Education.
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Learn about upcoming activities for Adults 50+ in Community Education.
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To help keep children warm this winter, SoWashCo Community Education is partnering with SoWashCo CARES Education Foundation to help match students in need with new, winter coats, snow pants, boots and waterproof gloves.
Give Help
Volunteers are needed to help staff the winter clothing "shopping" events.
- 4-7 p.m., Wednesdays, Nov. 8 and 15
- 12-3 p.m., Saturdays, Nov. 11 and 18
- Located at Basic Needs Offices, 445 Broadway Ave. in St Paul Park
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SoWashCo CARES Education Foundation is the community-led non-profit that supports the students, families and staff of SoWashCo Schools. SoWashCo CARES provides basic needs to students and families, access to opportunities, staff appreciation and hosts community-building events. Please consider donating to SoWashCo CARES to support the needs of our students, staff and community.
Learn about upcoming Youth Enrichment and Athletic opportunities in Community Education.
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Register for Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) parent/child classes Nov. 27-Dec. 8!
- Winter/Spring Semester classes take place Feb. 5-May 30, 2024.
- Lottery placement for classes will be conducted on Monday, Dec. 11.
- You will receive an email confirmation of your class registration.
Learn about upcoming Adult activities and classes in Community Education.
Learn about upcoming activities for Adults 50+ in Community Education.
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Some of my favorite memories both as a child and as a parent center around times of shared reading. Giggling together with surprising characters, going on adventures to faraway places, and learning about the world around us develop into special moments while opening the pages of a book. As parents, we play a crucial role in our children’s development, especially when it comes to their literacy skills. Early learning literacy lays the foundation for a lifelong love of reading, writing, and communication.
Learn about upcoming Youth Enrichment and Athletic opportunities in Community Education.
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) provides a variety of opportunities that support foundational learning, parent involvement and the healthy development of children from birth to 5.
Learn about upcoming Adult activities and classes in Community Education.
Community Education Calendar
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Oltman Middle School
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Woodbury Middle School
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Woodbury Middle School
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Woodbury Middle School
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Oltman Middle School
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Oltman Middle School
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Cottage Grove Elementary
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Grey Cloud Elementary
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Nena's Designs
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East Ridge High School
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Bailey Elementary
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All Saints Lutheran
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All Saints Lutheran
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Woodbury Middle School
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Woodbury Middle School
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Woodbury Middle School
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Cottage Grove Elementary
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East Ridge High School
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East Ridge High School
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Park High School
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East Ridge High School
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East Ridge High School
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East Ridge High School
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Live Online Streaming Event
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Live Online Streaming Event